Mrs Tucci Ivowi, business leader and strategic advisor, is set to launch two books on leadership on October 20, 2026, offering practical insights into the values, attitudes and behaviours that shape effective leadership.
The books, titled: “SMARTER Leadership: The Framework” and “SMARTER Leadership: Faith Behind the Framework,” explore seven leadership principles drawn from Mrs Ivowi’s more than two decades of experience across the private and public sectors in Africa, Southeast Asia and the United Kingdom.
A statement issued to the Ghana News Agency said the series was designed for experienced executives, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders seeking to strengthen their leadership capabilities and make a meaningful impact in their organisations and communities.
Mrs Ivowi said leadership, particularly during challenging times, required leaders to use their influence to serve others and address collective problems rather than pursue personal gain.
“During tough times in particular, a leader’s influence should be exercised to uplift others and solve problems,” she added.
She said the books drew on lessons from her professional journey and the experiences of people she had encountered or studied, with the aim of helping readers reflect on their leadership practices and become more intentional about their influence on others.
Mrs Ivowi’s career included 15 years with multinational food and beverage company Nestlé, where she held leadership positions across African and Asian markets.
She became the first Ghanaian and woman to serve as Business Executive Officer for Nestlé’s Central and West Africa Region.
She later became a founding member and Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Commodity Exchange, contributing to the development of an organised commodity trading platform in the country.
The statement said her experience across industries and cultures had shaped her perspectives on leadership, organisational transformation, communication and the development of institutions capable of delivering lasting value.
It added that the SMARTER Leadership series also built on her work through the SMARTER Leadership Podcast, which featured conversations with leaders from different fields about the experiences, decisions and principles that have shaped their careers.
The exclusive launch is expected to bring together invited guests from business, public service, academia and other sectors to discuss leadership and its impact on people.
Following the launch, the books will be available for purchase through the SMARTER Leadership online store at www.smarterleadership.myshopify.com and selected bookstores.
